Position: Industrial Buyer
Location: Surrey, BC (with a short term in Coquitlam)
· Exciting opportunity for a motivated individual looking to join a market leader
· Be challenged at work every day in a dynamic, fast paced role that combines quality supplier relationships and timely delivery of technical and non-technical products and services
· Join a team-based culture and enjoy great benefits, including flexible group extended health, dental and life insurance, health and wellness spending accounts and Group Financial Savings Plan matching program

· Evaluating inventory reorder point levels in relation to actual consumption and adjusting min/max thresholds accordingly
· Create, issue, and expedite purchase orders for all divisions
· Review supplier acknowledgments for pricing, delivery, quantity, updating the system accordingly, and advising customer service where delivery exceeds expectations
· Produce reports and documentation using MS Word, Excel, and extensive work in ERP system (SAP) and MS Outlook
· Coordinate transportation and logistics in conjunction with warehouse staff
· Familiarity with Office365 including Excel, Word, SharePoint and Outlook required
· Competitive advantage for candidates familiar with SAP Business One ERP Software
To be successful in this mid-level role, they will be able to prioritize on an ongoing basis, adapting to changing priorities and multi-tasking. The position requires aptitude for accuracy and attention to detail, excellent math and numeracy skills, a can-do attitude, with a willingness to learn.
Ideal candidates will have at least 2-4 years’ experience in a purchasing role, preferably in an Industrial Distribution or Manufacturing environment. Completion of grade 12, preferably supplemented by advanced purchasing courses through the National Institute of Supply Chain Leaders (NISCL), Supply Chain Canada Association, or the Association for Operations Management (APICS) will be an asset.
Our close-knit team at SKEANS all strive to embody our values of: Integrity, Trust, Knowledge, Teamwork, Family, and Fun and ideally our successful new candidate will do the same.